MicaSense RedEdge-M / DJI Matrice 100 Quick setup guide

RedEdge-MTM / DJI Matrice 100
INTEGRATION GUIDE
by
P/N: 900-00009 Rev 01 - Nov 2017

Table of Contents
Thank you for your purchase! 1
What’s inside? 1
What’s Required? 2
Let’s get started! 2
Attaching the RedEdge and the RedEdge Mount 2
Attaching DLS/GPS mast assembly 3
Powering the RedEdge-M 5
Support 5

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Thank you for your purchase!
These instructions show how to integrate the MicaSense RedEdge-M with a DJI Matrice 100. This
will cover attaching mounting brackets included in the kit, powering the camera from the host
system, and placement of the Downwelling Light Sensor (DLS) and GPS puck.
What’s inside?
GPS-DLS mounting plate (Qty 1)
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2
3
4
Battery Eliminator Circuit (BEC) (Qty 1)
RedEdge-M Mount (Qty 1)
DJI mast kit (Qty 1)
M3 x 6mm machine screw (Qty 4)
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6
7
8
M3 Flat washer (Qty 8)
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NOTE: Images are not shown to scale
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4” nylon zip tie (Qty 8)
VHB tape squares (Qty 5)
Alcohol wipe (Qty 1)
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4
5
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M3 lock washer (QTY 8)
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M3 x 5mm screw (QTY 4)
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What’s Required?
#1 Phillips Screwdriver
2mm hex wrench
Cutting tool - such as scissors or diagonal cutter
1.5mm hex wrench
Let’s get started!
Warning: Installation of this kit into a Matrice 100 drone should be done by an experienced
person, in adherence with all recommendations and guidelines of the Matrice 100 manufacturer.
Before assembling this kit, ensure the Matrice is not powered, has the battery removed, and the
rotor blades removed. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury and/or damage to
the Matrice 100 or RedEdge-M.
Attaching the RedEdge-M and the RedEdge-M Mount
*NOTE: These instructions assume that the Matrice 100 has a battery bay installed on the bottom of the aircraft main body. The
RedEdge-M mount attaches to the bottom of the battery bay.
1. Locate the M3 screws, M3 at washers, M3 lock washers, and RedEdge-M mount.
2. Attach the mount to the back of the RedEdge-M.
3. The order of washers is important. Starting from the camera, the assembly order should be bracket > at
washer > lock washer > M3 x 5mm screw
4. Next, attach the mount to the Matrice 100 battery cover using the M3 x 6mm screws and internal tooth
washers. Hand tighten until snug, then turn an additional ¼ turn.
5. When attached, the camera will be tilted forwards slightly to compensate for the tilt of the aircraft while
ying.
Mounting bracket attached to RedEdge-M RedEdge-M and mount screwed into Matrice 100 battery cover

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Attaching DLS/GPS mast assembly
1. Locate and remove the DJI mast kit from its packaging.
2. Insert the longest carbon rod into the base mount.
3. Secure the base mount with the included M2 screw
4. Place the top cap on the other side of the carbon rod
5. Secure the top cap on the rod by screwing the M2 screw
6. Screw in the base of the mast assembly into the frame using the provided M2.5 screws and mating cap.
Plate attached to the mast
M2 screw being tightened on mast assembly

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7. Using the included alcohol wipe, clean all surfaces where VHB tape will be applied. This is a critical step
in promoting adhesion between surfaces.
8. Apply the round double sided tape to the round mast top plate
9. Center the GPS - DLS mounting plate over the round mast plate and rmly press together. Make sure
the plate is pointing front-back relative to the aircraft.
10. Using the included VHB tape squares, secure the DLS and GPS to the mounting plate as shown. Make
sure the arrows on the DLS and GPS are both pointing forward (toward direction of travel).
11. Plug the GPS wires into the DLS.
12. Connect the long 6pin connector from the DLS “CAM” connector to the matching connector on the
RedEdge-M camera.
13. Using the included zip ties, secure the wire to the mast and aircraft frame as necessary.
14. Using scissors or similar, trim the zip ties.
Warning: Failure to properly secure loose wires may lead to interference with the aircraft
propellers. This may damage the Matrice 100, RedEdge-M, or both.
DLS and GPS attached to mounting plate.

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Powering the RedEdge-M
1. Locate the BEC and attach the XT30 connector to the Matrice 100 distribution board as shown below.
XT30 connector, note gender keying XT30 connector plugged into distribution board
2. Connect the RedEdge-M (3 pin DF13) connector into the power port of the camera.
3. Using VHB tape, secure the BEC to the Matrice 100 frame and secure any loose wires with the provided
zip ties.
4. Using scissors or similar, trim the zip ties.
RedEdge-M connector of BEC plugged
into RedEdge-M power port
BEC attached to airframe using included VHB tape
and zip ties.

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For other RedEdge-M associated integration guides, please visit our
Knowledge Base at support.micasense.com
For additional questions, please contact [email protected]
MicaSense RedEdge-M/DJI Matrice 100 Integration Kit Instructions.
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MicaSense RedEdge-MDJI Matrice 100 Integration Guide
Rev 01 – Nov 2017
P/N: 900-00009